What makes Another Step by Kim Wilde notable?

'Another Step' featured a successful cover of The Supremes' 'You Keep Me Hangin' On,' which topped charts in multiple countries. The album solidified Wilde's position in the pop scene and showcased her ability to adapt to the new wave sound that defined the era. Released on November 3, 1986, 'Another Step' was Kim Wilde's fourth studio album, coming off the commercial success of her previous album 'Teases & Dares' (1984). This album marked a shift towards a more polished pop sound as Wilde sought to maintain her status in the changing music landscape of the late '80s.

Who is Another Step for?

Another Step works well if you're into catchy tracks for dance parties, dynamic flow with varied pacing and infectious energy for upbeat moments.

How many songs are on Another Step?

Another Step has 16 tracks, running approximately 68 minutes.

Released 40 years ago

Another Step

Kim Wilde · 1986

68 min · 16 tracks · new wave · pop rock · synth-pop

A vibrant blend of synth-pop and rock, layered with catchy hooks and infectious energy throughout.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

catchy tracks for dance parties
dynamic flow with varied pacing
infectious energy for upbeat moments
sing-along anthems with friends

Maybe skip if you want

preference for slow ballads
seeking introspective listening experiences

Where this album fits

Themes: dance floor romance· synth-driven nostalgia· 1980s pop energy
Career context: Released on November 3, 1986, 'Another Step' was Kim Wilde's fourth studio album, coming off the commercial success of her previous album 'Teases & Dares' (1984). This album marked a shift towards a more polished pop sound as Wilde sought to maintain her status in the changing music landscape of the late '80s.
Stylistic neighbors: Cyndi Lauper· Debbie Gibson· Erasure
Sounds like this from elsewhere: She's So Unusual by Cyndi Lauper — Shares vibrant synth-pop energy and catchy hooks, exploring themes of love and individuality.

Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This) by Eurythmics — Features polished synth-driven soundscapes with infectious rhythms and a danceable vibe.

Out of the Blue by Debbie Gibson — Combines upbeat pop melodies with a nostalgic 80s feel, for dance floor romance.

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Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 You Keep Me Hangin' On 4:19
2 Hit Him 3:35
3 Another Step (Closer to You) 3:23
4 The Thrill of It 3:57
5 I've Got So Much Love 4:00
6 Victim 4:06
7 Schoolgirl 3:45
8 Say You Really Want Me 3:44
9 She Hasn't Got Time for You 4:19
10 Brothers 4:49
11 Missing 4:29
12 How Do You Want My Love 4:02
13 Don't Say Nothing's Changed 3:57
14 Megamix: a. You Keep Me Hanging' On; B. Another Step (Closer to You); C. Say You Really Want Me 8:06
15 Another Step (Closer to You) 3:33
16 Say You Really Want Me 4:02

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